$266,000
SOLD AUG 19, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
921 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$289 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

37 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Granite Countertops
  • Side Porch
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • 5-minute walk to The Rocks Nature Preserve

About This Home

As of August 2025

CALLING ALL DUKIES AND INVESTORS: This property packs a one-two punch as a smart investment that's prime for student housing. Less than 10 minutes to Duke University and Duke Hospital Quick access to Ninth Street, Whole Foods, and everything downtown Durham has to offer. Tucked away on a quiet street it stands out as the best of both worlds. Quiet and peaceful, yet close to all of the action. Fresh updates include new paint and carpet, and granite countertops.

Why rent a dorm when you can start building equity today? 2704 Shaftsbury St is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath hidden gem close to bus lines, bike routes, and greenways. The wraparound deck is ideal for entertaining and relaxing, morning coffees. The house sits on a quiet, walkable street for extra peace of mind. This property is turnkey & move-in ready for immediate rental or occupancy!
The heart of this 2 bdrm, 1 bath home is a spectacular living room that's practically wrapped in windows—three sides of natural light making the space feel bright and inviting while connecting you to the greenery outside. Enjoy morning coffee on the wrap around deck to the sound of birds singing while the city beckons with easy access to the Ellerbee Creek Trail, Museum of Life and Science, and the beloved Dino trail.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cory Sherman

Keller Williams Elite Realty License #296188 Listed on: 06/12/2025

Keller Williams Elite Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Johnny Chappell

Compass -- Raleigh License #267248

Compass -- Raleigh

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,880

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 921 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Tile Flooring
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Side Porch

Schools

  • Holt Elementary School
  • Carrington Middle School
  • Riverside High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lockeland Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 128429 & 128431

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,880

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1986
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Lockeland
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 921.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information Basement YN: Yes
  • Architectural Style Ranch: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Flooring Luxury Vinyl: Yes
  • Interior Features BathtubShower Combination: Yes
  • Levels One: Yes
  • Sewer:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Water Source Public: Yes
  • Room Types Bedroom 2 Level: Main
  • Room Types Dining Room2: Yes
  • Room Types Primary Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Types Living Room2: Yes
  • General Property Information Senior Community YN: No
  • Foundation Details Block3: Yes
  • General Property Information Enhanced Accessible2: No
  • Roof:Shingle: Yes
  • General Property Information Above Grade Finished Area: 921.0
  • Room Types Laundry2: Yes
  • General Property Information Lot Size Square Feet2: 5227.0
  • General Property Information Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Bathtub/Shower Combination, Granite Counters
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Interior Features:Granite Counters: Yes
  • Basement:Crawl Space: Yes
  • Laundry Features:In Kitchen: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.12
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Side Porch
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck2: Yes
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding: Yes
  • Patio and Porch Features:Side Porch: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Concrete4: Yes
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • General Property Information:Parking Total: 2.0
  • General Property Information:Open Parking YN2: No

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Electric4: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Property Information:Association YN: No

Schools

  • Ninth Grade High School: Durham - Riverside
  • Middle Or Junior School: Durham - Carrington

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 128429 & 128431

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1880.23
  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Durham - Holt

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Dennis Lana
Bought by
Wells Amber Lynn and Walker Joshua Marc
Seller's Agent
Cory Sherman
Keller Williams Elite Realty
Buyer's Agent
Johnny Chappell
Compass -- Raleigh
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$266,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-3.27%
Views
32

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.16%
Original Mortgage
$252,700
Outstanding Balance
$252,700
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$11,312

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2024
Sold by
Dennis Lana and Dennis Omari A
Bought by
Dennis Lana

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2021
Closed on
Nov 4, 2021
Sold by
Smith Larry Curtis and Smith Larry Curtis
Bought by
Dennis Lana and Dennis Omari A
Seller's Agent
Larry Smith
Bordeaux Smith Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Inna Shapiro
NorthGroup Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$219,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.86%
Original Mortgage
$213,303
Interest Rate
3.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2019
Sold by
Bordeaux Smith Larry Curtis and Bordeaux Smith Tammy
Bought by
Smith Larry Curtis and Smith Larry Curtis

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2005
Sold by
Us Bank Na
Bought by
Smith Larry C and Smith Tammy B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$61,100
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2004
Sold by
Sailer Sandra and Sailer Dennis
Bought by
Us Bank Na and Home Equity Asset Trust 2003-5

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2003
Sold by
Boyd Billie B and Estate Of Dianne Boyd Galbrait
Bought by
Sailer Sandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,000
Interest Rate
5.82%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $266,000 None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $220,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed $68,000 Priority Title
Trustee Deed $70,040 --
Warranty Deed $80,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $252,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $213,303 New Conventional
Previous Owner $62,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $61,100 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $64,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Sold $266,000 +0.4% $289 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $265,000 -3.6% $288 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $275,000 +25.1% $299 / Sq Ft
12/14/2023 12/14/23 Off Market $219,900 -- --
11/10/2021 11/10/21 Sold $219,900 0.0% $240 / Sq Ft
10/06/2021 10/06/21 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2021 10/04/21 For Sale $219,900 -- $240 / Sq Ft
Source: Doorify MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,880 $134,793 $30,772 $104,021
2023 $1,685 $128,648 $30,772 $97,876
2022 $1,647 $128,648 $30,772 $97,876
2021 $1,639 $128,648 $30,772 $97,876
2020 $1,600 $128,648 $30,772 $97,876
2019 $1,600 $128,648 $30,772 $97,876
2018 $1,150 $84,768 $19,582 $65,186
2017 $1,141 $84,768 $19,582 $65,186
2016 $1,103 $88,737 $19,582 $69,155
2015 $1,197 $86,494 $16,642 $69,852
2014 $1,197 $86,494 $16,642 $69,852
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Doorify MLS

MLS Number: 10102479

Doorify MLS

APN: 128429